Connecticut Real Estate Lawyers

Compassionate Attorneys Experienced in Commercial and Residential Real Estate Law

You may be at a stage in life where you are buying or selling a home. Or, you may be investing in real estate, leasing or developing properties, or looking to lease an office for your business. Throughout these real estate transactions, we are here to provide sound legal guidance and protect your interests.

Real estate can have many landmines, such as hidden title issues, lease disputes, physical property and easement issues, and evictions, to name a few. The Law Offices Of Ericson, Scalise & Mangan, PC is a detail-oriented law firm that has your back. Our real estate attorneys have the experience to handle the unexpected. We provide comprehensive legal representation to ensure the smoothest possible real estate transaction.

Contact our law office today to schedule a consultation and discuss which legal options best suit your needs.

Do I Have to Hire a Real Estate Lawyer in Connecticut?

A common question among potential clients is whether they need to hire a real estate lawyer. Connecticut law requires that buyers and sellers have legal representation to safeguard the interests of both parties.

A key legal protection of hiring a real estate lawyer is that they will ensure all contracts comply with legal standards. Critical legal services lawyers provide to protect clients include performing title searches, identifying liens, handling title insurance matters, and closing paperwork. Your legal representative will also manage the escrow and handle fund disbursements.

Regardless of whether you need help with a residential or commercial real estate transaction, having a knowledgeable lawyer who will offer dependable legal services is the best way to ensure your hard-earned investment is protected.

What Legal Services Does a Real Estate Lawyer from Our Firm Provide?

We understand real estate transactions from all sides. Our years of experience give our clients a decided advantage during the process. We do our utmost to ensure there are no surprises, whether you are buying, selling, refinancing, or leasing a property.

Our Services Include:

• Formation and negotiation of purchase/sale contracts and property leases
• Closings for purchases, sales, and refinances
• Land record examination and abstracting
• Provision of Title Insurance for owners/lenders
• Clearance of liens and encumbrances
• Correction of title defects
• Sale agreements
• Construction loan and new construction planning
• Resolution of boundary and encroachment issues and adverse possession claims
• Land use planning and zoning laws
• Representation of developers
• Landlord/Tenant disputes and eviction proceedings
• Representation in and out of a court of law
• Foreclosure proceedings and short sales
• Condemnations
• 1031 exchanges
• Analyzing title issues, including easement disputes and boundary issues
• Wealth protection strategies
• Appeals
• Condominium and planned unit developments
• Mechanic’s liens
• Trespass matters and nuisance claims
• Commercial leasing
• Transaction disputes

What are Common Real Estate Misconceptions in Connecticut?

Unfortunately, several common misconceptions about real estate in Connecticut are often overlooked by clients seeking legal advice. When you come to us for assistance, we take the time to answer your questions and address any misconceptions so you can make informed decisions.

Some of the most common misconceptions include:

• Binders hold no legal authority: In reality, a binder is an offer to purchase with a deposit and is considered a legally binding contract. Failing to consult an attorney beforehand can obligate a buyer to purchase the property even if they have changed their mind.
• Sellers are not required to disclose defects. Connecticut law requires sellers to provide a Residential Property Condition Report that discloses defects to anyone considering the purchase of their property before any binder or contract is signed. Failure to do so will result in the seller having to credit the buyer $500 at closing.
• Assuming zoning guarantees neighboring property won’t change: Buying a house or land does not protect a new owner from future rezoning changes or impose restrictions on the potential use of nearby properties.

Can Our Lawyers Lend Their Legal Experience to Real Estate Lawsuits?

For many individuals, making a real estate investment is one of the most critical and costly decisions they will ever make. When a transaction goes wrong and funds are lost, the consequences can be demoralizing and financially devastating. When facing financial losses in a real estate transaction, it is strongly advised to retain experienced real estate attorneys.

Our law firm provides empathetic legal representation to homeowners and business owners who have suffered economic losses and are facing extraordinary fees following unfortunate real estate transactions.

Some of the legal matters we represent include the following:

• Fraud or intentional misrepresentation in a real estate transaction
• Breach of sale agreement
• Mortgage fraud or appraisal fraud
• Refusal to sell a property
• The refusal or inability to turn over a financial deposit
• Fraud in property condition

Schedule Your Initial Consultation with an Experienced Real Estate Attorney Today

Real estate law can be overly complex. We strongly recommend retaining professional legal counsel for complex real estate matters. The Law Offices Of Ericson, Scalise & Mangan, PC has extensive experience representing clients in real estate matters, and we would be proud to represent your interests to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

To schedule a consultation with our legal staff, please contact our New Britain or Avon, CT, office. To reach our New Britain law office, call 860-854-3809. Alternatively, you may reach our Avon office at 860-854-3545. We look forward to serving you.